sizzling shrimp

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Marsha Gardner
Florala, AL

Grilled shrimp skewers that are marinated in a great spicy marinade. Always a crowd pleaser. Great served with either basmati or jasmine rice and a salad.

(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
cook time 5 Min

Ingredients For sizzling shrimp

  • 24
    bamboo skewers, soaked in water
  • 1/2 c
    canola oil
  • 1/2 c
    heinz ketchup
  • 1 sm
    onion, minced
  • 2 Tbsp
    asian chili sauce
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh lemon juice or 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 4 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp
    kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    paprika, sweet mild
  • 1/4-1/2 tsp
    cayenne pepper
  • 1 Tbsp
    parsley flakes
  • 2 lb
    large shrimp, peeled and deveined

How To Make sizzling shrimp

  • 1
    Combine all ingredients with the exception of shrimp and bamboo skewers in a bowl and mix well.
  • 2
    Add shrimp and stir to coat. Marinate, covered in the refrigerator for 3 hours or longer. During the final 30 minutes of marinating time, soak bamboo skewers in enough water to cover.
  • 3
    Heat grill to medium-high. Drain shrimp, reserving marinade. Thread shrimp on skewers. Grill shrimp for 5 minutes or pink and firm to touch, turning once and basting with reserved marinade.
  • 4
    Alternatively, broil 4-5 inches from heat in broiler, turning once and basting.
  • 5
    Don't over marinate as the lemon or lime juice will actually cook the shrimp.

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